mold

B2
Pronunciation
/mɔʊld/
/moʊld/
Noun
12 definition(s)
1 Definition

A hollow form or matrix for shaping a fluid or plastic substance.

2 Definition

A frame or model around or on which something is formed or shaped.

3 Definition

Something that is made in or shaped on a mold.

4 Definition

The shape or pattern of a mold.

5 Definition

General shape or form.

Example Sentences
  • the oval mold of her face
6 Definition

Distinctive character or type.

Example Sentences
  • a leader in the mold of her predecessors
7 Definition

A fixed or restrictive pattern or form.

Example Sentences
  • His method of scientific investigation broke the mold and led to a new discovery.
8 Definition

A group of moldings.

Example Sentences
  • the arch mold of a porch or doorway;  the pier mold of a Gothic pier, meaning the whole profile, section, or combination of parts
9 Definition

A fontanelle.

10 Definition

A natural substance in the form of a woolly or furry growth of tiny fungi that appears when organic material lies for a long time exposed to (usually warm and moist) air.

11 Definition

Loose friable soil, rich in humus and fit for planting.

12 Definition

(chiefly plural) Earth, ground.

Verb
9 definition(s)
1 Definition

To shape in or on a mold; to form into a particular shape; to give shape to.

2 Definition

To guide or determine the growth or development of; influence

3 Definition

To fit closely by following the contours of.

4 Definition

To make a mold of or from (molten metal, for example) before casting.

5 Definition

To ornament with moldings.

6 Definition

To be shaped in or as if in a mold.

Example Sentences
  • These shoes gradually molded to my feet.
7 Definition

To cause to become moldy; to cause mold to grow upon.

8 Definition

To become moldy; to be covered or filled, in whole or in part, with a mold.

9 Definition

To cover with mold or soil.